Sturridge, who has now scored twice in just four games this season, told reporters: “It was a great feeling to help my teammates get three points. That’s the most important thing – to just be out there and helping the team win games.

“It was great play by Coutinho. We have a great relationship – he knows my runs and I know the types of passes he likes to play as well. He makes my job easier.

“Once I saw him cut inside, I knew the ball would come and it was just a case of getting it under control and hitting the target.”